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as in gadget
an interesting and often novel device with a practical use
since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers
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as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander
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Recent Examples of appliance
Some 16,000 appliances have been sold through the program.
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Elisabeth Brier, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
No matter how beautiful your kitchen is, grime on your appliances immediately ruins its look.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
Inflation of goods exposed to tariffs, such as furniture and appliances, have begun to climb in recent months, according to economic data.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Double-digit import taxes have raised prices on goods such as coffee, clothing and small appliances.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Elisabeth Brier, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
No matter how beautiful your kitchen is, grime on your appliances immediately ruins its look.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025
Inflation of goods exposed to tariffs, such as furniture and appliances, have begun to climb in recent months, according to economic data.
—Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2025
Double-digit import taxes have raised prices on goods such as coffee, clothing and small appliances.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appliance
Noun
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The iconic items fit well in this book given how many Avengers don’t feel complete without a gadget or mystical item to carry into battle.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Arts District Market This store will sell a variety of travel necessities, including tech gadgets and small items.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Sep. 2025
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The capsule will consist of both apparel and accessories, including new shoe styles and a bag.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
21 Sep. 2025
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If accessories are important to your workflow, don't assume they'll be included.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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Charter schools are created as public school options within the public school setting that are managed by independent boards.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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In a beauty world full of seemingly endless options, RoC’s Retinol Correxion Anti-Aging Night Serum is tested, loved by many, and won’t cost you a pretty penny.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Appliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appliance. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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